Doubinsky & Osharova is an internationally distinguished legal boutique that has been at the forefront of intellectual property protection in Ukraine for 25 years. We specialize exclusively in IP law, combining in-depth legal expertise with innovative thinking to provide clients with not just legal services, but comprehensive strategies that protect business, reputation and innovation. The firm’s team provides a full range of intellectual property services: from building IP portfolios, registering rights, monitoring infringements and combating unfair competition to handling complex litigation and supporting alternative dispute resolution. We have particularly deep expertise in life sciences, pharmaceuticals, tobacco, food and beverage industry sectors.

Our clients are global corporations and leading national companies, including McDonald’s, The Coca-Cola Company, Jack Daniel’s Properties, Inc., R&A Bailey & Co., American Petroleum Institute, Societe Louis Vuitton, Discovery Communications, FRHI Hotels & Resorts S.a.r.l., Three Bears LLC, Nutrimed company and others.

The firm’s strong reputation is based on outstanding personalities. Michael Doubinsky is a co-founder of the firm, whose many years of experience and strategic approach determine the direction of development of the IP sector in Ukraine. Victoria Sopilnyak has in-depth expertise in patent and trademark disputes and advises international clients on the protection of their rights in Ukraine. Anton Koval is a recognized expert in intellectual property litigation, particularly in matters of unfair competition and trademark infringement. Tatyana Shpakovich has been leading the patent and trademark practice for many years, ensuring strategic development of client portfolios and rights management both at national and international level.

It is with great respect that we continue the legacy left by Irina Osharova, a co-founder of the firm and a prominent IP practitioner whose professional legacy, high standards and contribution to the development of the industry became the foundation of our team and remain a source of inspiration for the next generations of lawyers.

Doubinsky & Osharova’s leading position on the field of intellectual property has been consistently recognized by reputable national and international rankings: Chambers Europe, Legal 500 EMEA, World Trademark Review 1000, Managing IP’s IP STARS, IAM Patent 1000, Best Lawyers, Ukrainian Law Firms Handbook, as well as Top 50 Leading Law Firms in Ukraine and Top 100 Best Lawyers of Ukraine. The firm’s lawyers are active members of specialized international organizations, including INTA, AIPPI, PTMG, UTA, UBA and NAPA, which confirms our integration into the global IP community.